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Great topic. Glad it was revived. I hadn't seen it previously. There's alot of good points being made. I think that there's alot ot be said for following some simple rules. Knowing your surroundings and what's going on is certianly paramount. Calling the police and de-escalating a situation should be on the top of the "things to do " list. If you're confronted there's alot to consider and it only makes it more apparent to me that carrying a concealed handgun is a great responsibility which is not to be taken lightly and definitely not for everyone.

There's also alot to be said here for the use of less-lethal means of self defense. Of course, turning the other cheek is a good way to avoid it altogether, but using OC to "escape" is certaily going to better than ventilating a person for screaming at you. I'm also thinking that the reason for most concealed handgun shootings occur under 3ft away is because it's a last minute decision and quite possibly, there were no other means of defense available.